1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Porsche Tapiro
To start off, 1970 Porsche Tapiro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Porsche Tapiro. (220 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche Tapiro.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Porsche Tapiro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB4 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
