1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 53 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) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB4 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2473 mm |
