1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 54 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB4 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 52 L |
