1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 249 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 377 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |