1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 48 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Seat Leon, 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
