1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. Both 1958 Aston Martin DB4 and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 are equipped with a 3,670 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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 @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB4 | DB4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 86 L |