1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 37 L |
