1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 51 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 435 kg more than 1960 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB4 | Virage |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 78 L |