1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 37 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 108 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1999 Rover 75, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB4 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
