1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (366 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB4 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
