UK vs UK — 1958 vs 1958
| DB4 GT | DB4 Series V Vantage | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 266 hp |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,670 cc | 3,670 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.1 sec | 6.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 153 mph | 143 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.5 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Weight | 2,800 lbs | 2,900 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,489 mm | 2,489 mm |
| Length | 4,394 mm | 4,480 mm |
| Units Produced | 1,204 | 136 |
| Original MSRP | $12,250 | $8,900 |
| Value (Excellent) | $1,800,000 | $900,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1958 Aston Martin DB4 GT brings more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed to the table, and the 1958 Aston Martin DB4 Series V Vantage answers with greater rarity, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Aston Martin DB4. The 1958 and 1958 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 1958 Aston Martin DB4 GT holds a clear advantage in raw power with 302 hp compared to 266 hp, a 36-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1958 Aston Martin DB4 GT edges ahead at 6.1 seconds versus 6.5 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 136 units built, the 1958 Aston Martin DB4 Series V Vantage is considerably scarcer than the Aston Martin DB4's 1,204 examples.