1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 33 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 143 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Escort |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |