1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 57 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, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 61 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 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, 2010 Scion tC, 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC 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 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Scion |
| Model | DB4 | tC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
