1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1961 Trabant Universal 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
| Model | DB4 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
