1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 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) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB4 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
