1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 22 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 194 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | DB4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
