1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 49 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 152 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 186 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | DB4 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |
