1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 235 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
