1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 983 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB4 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2881 mm |