1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 38 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB4 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 92 L |