1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Accent is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Accent. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB4 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
