1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 47 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 398 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | CC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3600 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 | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
