1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 3,670 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 9 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 50 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |