1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari 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 121 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | DB4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
