1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1983 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 22 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
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 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1983 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Avanti |
| Model | DB4 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 95 L |
