1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |