1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 63 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
