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Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato 3.7 (318 Hp)
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Aston Martin DB4:
The Aston Martin DB4 is a grand tourer that was produced by Aston Martin from 1958 until 1963. The "DB" designation came from Sir David Brown, who built up the company from 1947 onwards.
Technically the DB4 was not a development of the DB Mark III it replaced, nor did it evolve into the DB5. It had a platform rather than a tubular chassis with a new engine by Tadek Marek. The DB4's design formed the basis for later Aston Martin models, such as the DB4 GT Zagato and the Lagonda Rapide 4-door saloon....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GT Zagato Overview:
Aston Martin DB4 (GT Zagato). With 325 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1225 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 246 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.7 (318 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.7L inline-six engine, producing 318 Hp, delivered astonishing performance for its era, enabling a 0-60 mph sprint in 6.1 seconds and a top speed of 246 km/h, making it a formidable competitor on road and track.
Fuel Economy
As a high-performance sports car from the 1960s, fuel economy was not a primary concern and would be considered very poor by modern standards, consuming premium petrol at a high rate.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exquisite Zagato design and rarity
- • Exceptional performance for a 1960s sports car
- • Significant racing heritage and prestige
- • Strong investment potential and collector appeal
- • Engaging and pure driving experience
Cons:
- • Extremely high purchase and maintenance costs
- • Lack of modern safety features and driver aids
- • Poor fuel economy and environmental impact
- • Limited practicality for daily use
- • Requires specialist knowledge for upkeep
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GT: 1959 - 1963).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | DB4 |
| Generation: | GT Zagato |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.7 (318 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1960 |
| End of production: | 1963 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 318 Hp @ 6600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 86.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 325 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3670 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 246 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.9 kg/Hp, 259.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.8 kg/Nm, 265.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1225 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4353 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1676 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2362 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1321 mm |
| Front track: | 1372 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1360 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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