1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 168 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB4 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |