1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1962 Maserati Spider 3500
To start off, 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1962 Maserati Spider 3500.
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:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | DB4 | Spider 3500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
