1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 35 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 139 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |