1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2615 mm |