1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 46 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 267 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB4 | Life |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |