1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 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) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
