1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 31 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 142 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
