1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 36 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 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 620 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick 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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
