1991 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 29 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, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | DB4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |