1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 is newer by 33 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | 944 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |