1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB4 | MGA |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |