1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 30 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 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit. 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, 1991 Eagle Summit, 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 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Eagle |
| Model | DB4 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
