1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 102 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | DB4 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
