1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 51 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
