1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 45 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 83 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 29 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 (360 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB4 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
