2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB9 | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
