1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
