1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 is newer by 14 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. 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 173 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB4 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |