1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | DB4 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |