1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 31 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 58 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
