1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
