1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 37 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 175 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Aston Martin | MCC |
Model | DB4 | Smart |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |