1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 55 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 309 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.

Because 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Aston Martin DB4 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Aston Martin Volkswagen
Model DB4 Touran
Year Released 1953 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2580 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 13.5:1
Top Speed 174 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 1566 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2680 mm


 

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