1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 10 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 487 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
