2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | V8 Vantage | DB4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |