1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1965 Austin A 60
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 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 (310 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1965 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB4 | A 60 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 376 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |