1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB4 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 73 L |
