1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1962 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Alfa 6 | DB4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |