1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 385 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |