1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 3,670 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 112 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |