1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 11 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 108 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |