1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1985 Reliant SE6 is newer by 23 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 71 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1985 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
| Model | DB4 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
