1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 9 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 3,670 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 175 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB4 | Life |
Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |