1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |