Specifications: Aston Martin DB4 Convertible 3.7 (243 Hp) Automatic 1961, 1962, 1963

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Aston Martin DB4 Convertible 3.7 (243 Hp) Automatic – Full specifications
General information
Brand Aston Martin
Model DB4
Generation DB4 Convertible
Modification (Engine) 3.7 (243 Hp) Automatic
Start of production 1961 year
End of production 1963 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Cabriolet
Seats 4
Doors 2
Performance specs
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 – 60 mph 9 sec
Maximum speed 225 km/h
139.81 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 5.4 kg/Hp, 185.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 4 kg/Nm, 248.5 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 243 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power per litre 66.2 Hp/l
Torque 325 Nm @ 4200 rpm.
239.71 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement 3670 cm3
223.96 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 6
Engine configuration Inline
Cylinder Bore 92 mm
3.62 in.
Piston Stroke 92 mm
3.62 in.
Compression ratio 8.25:1
Fuel injection system Carburettor
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain DOHC

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1308 kg
2883.65 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 4480 mm
176.38 in.
Width 1676 mm
65.98 in.
Height 1323 mm
52.09 in.
Wheelbase 2490 mm
98.03 in.
Front track 1372 mm
54.02 in.
Rear (Back) track 1360 mm
53.54 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 177 mm
6.97 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.3 m
33.79 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 3 gears, automatic transmission
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension dependent spring suspension
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Disc
Steering type Steering rack and pinion

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