1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Aston Martin DBR2
To start off, both 1961 Aston Martin DB4 and 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB4 | DBR2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 86 L |
