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Aston Martin DB4

General information

ModelAston Martin DB4
Year1958
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3668 ccm (223.82 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3668 ccm (223.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power243.30 PS (179 kW or 240 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque325.00 Nm (33.1 kgf-m or 239.7 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 92.0 mm (3.6 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed227.0 km/h (141.1 mph)
0-60 miles8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1860 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3310 litres (875 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1308 kg (2,883.6 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity86.0 litres (22.72 gallons)
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