1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 33 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 26 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | 968 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |