1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | DB4 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
