1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 51 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 97 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 651 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB4 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
