1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB4 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |