1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 48 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 176 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 359 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass 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, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB4 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 180 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 | 1251 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
