1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 34 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | DB4 | Bigua |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |