2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DBS | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
