1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1960 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 1960 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |
