1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1948 Buick 40
To start off, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1948 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB4 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1848 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
