1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | DB4 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
