1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Aston Martin |
| Model | 16 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
