1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 204 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2625 mm |
