1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
Model | DB4 | Renown |
Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |