1999 AC Ace vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Ace | DB4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |