1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 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 242 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB4 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
