1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 191 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | Today |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
