1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 12 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 210 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB4 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
