1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 1968 MG Midget is newer by 7 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 MG Midget. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 MG Midget | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB4 | Midget |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 100 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 Weight | 1230 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |