1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1985 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB4 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
