1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 37 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (266 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 47 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
| Model | DB4 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
