1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Alfa 6 | DB4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |