1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 32 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 228 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. 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, 1991 Ford Laser, 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
