1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 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 152 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1962 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 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
