1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 165 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3669 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |