1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | DB4 | Azure |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 108 L |