1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 650 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II, 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB4 | Shuma II |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |