1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 417 kg more 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
Model | DB4 | VIP |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |