1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 1994 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
