1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 36 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DB4 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |