1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 1965 Austin A 90 is newer by 12 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1953 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB4 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |