1995 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 33 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 145 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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 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 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | DB4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |