1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Smart |
| Model | DB4 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 33 L |
