1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 MG MGB is newer by 13 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB4 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
