1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 51 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 447 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
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1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
Model | DB4 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2425 mm |