1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 28 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB4 | 400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |