1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 51 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 4 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB4 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
