1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 54 L |
