1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 826 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Koenigsegg |
| Model | DB4 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
