1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
