1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 165 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB4 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
