1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 52 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
