1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 24 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) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
