1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Porsche 912
To start off, 1970 Porsche 912 is newer by 9 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 221 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Porsche 912. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB4 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
