1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
