1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
Model | DB4 | 9 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |