1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1987 Honda Integra is newer by 25 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra. 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, 1987 Honda Integra, 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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
