1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 122 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 469 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |