1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 37 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 192 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | DB4 | Mira |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |