1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB4 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |