1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 312 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB4 | 312 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 43 L |