1968 AMC AMX vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 27 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | AMX | DB4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |