1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 240 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB4 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |