2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 443 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DBS | 109 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
