1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB4 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
