1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
