1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 1960 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1955 AC 2-Litre | 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | 2-Litre | DB4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 86 L |