1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB4 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2160 mm |
