1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 726 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1961 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 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot, 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB4 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |