1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 88 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
