1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 25 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 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | DB4 | SC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 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 | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
