1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB4 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 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 | 1350 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 113 L |
