1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 15 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) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB4 | Dino |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2924 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |