1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 23 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 204 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |