1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2895 mm |