1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1050 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Aston Martin Volkswagen
Model DB4 Touareg
Year Released 1953 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2580 cc 3196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 125 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 11.3:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 100 L


 

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