1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB4 | MGA |
Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |