1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 9 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 239 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Nova |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |