1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 46 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1199 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 2005 Bentley Continental 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. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | DB4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2970 mm |
