1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB4 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |