1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
