1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
| Model | DB4 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
