1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1961 Skoda 1200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | DB4 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 30 L |