1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 29 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 144 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1990 Rover 400, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
