1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 396 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 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 | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | DB4 | Exp Speed 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
