1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 35 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 184 more horse power than 1998 Saab 900i. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 900i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | DB4 | 900i |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
