1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1154 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Checker |
Model | DB4 | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 4760 mm |