1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 36 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | DB4 | Carisma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |