1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |