1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 40 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB4 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 56 L |