1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 12 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. 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, 1974 Honda 1300, 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
