1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1971 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 12 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bizzarrini |
Model | DB4 | GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |