1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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 41 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (301 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB4 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
