1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | GT | DB4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |