1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1973 Rover P5B is newer by 14 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 98 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | DB4 | P5B |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |