1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 48 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 130 kg more 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, 2008 Suzuki Reno, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | DB4 | Reno |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |