1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 17 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 974 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | Lagonda | DB4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |