1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 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 201 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |