1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 126 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 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 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | 965 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |