1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 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 184 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 233 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |