1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Daimler | Aston Martin |
| Model | 4.2 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
