1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 51 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 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB4 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 47 L |
