1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1968 Rover 2000 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 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
