1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
Model | A 310 | DB4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |