1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | DB4 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
