1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
Model | DB4 | 9 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |