1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 38 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 267 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB4 | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |