1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 879 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
