1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 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 Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |
