1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 38 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 109 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Escort |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |