1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 58 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 1144 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 7 kg more than 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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 | 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SSC |
| Model | DB4 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
