1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 20 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 163 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB4 | 124 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |