1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 28 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 126 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 12 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1986 Opel Monza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Monza |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |