1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna 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 145 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 84 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 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
