1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 50 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2920 mm |