1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 17 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
