1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB4 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |