1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 45 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, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB4 | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
