1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 483 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
