1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 37 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
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 | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |