1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | DB4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 86 L |