1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 2 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
