2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
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 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 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 320 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 679 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | V8 Vantage | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
