1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Gemini 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | DB4 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |