1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |