1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 38 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB4 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
