1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 10 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 287 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | DB4 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1510 mm |
