1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 818 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX. 2013 Acura MDX 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. 2013 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
Model | DB4 | MDX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.2 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |