1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
