1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 80 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
