1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 45 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Aston Martin DB4 2011 Kia Borrego
Make Aston Martin Kia
Model DB4 Borrego
Year Released 1966 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 78 L


 

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