1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 42 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 685 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 | 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB4 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
