1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 35 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 205 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
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, 1994 Rover 400, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
