1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
| Model | DB4 | G |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
