1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 49 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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, 2008 Ford Ka, 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |
