1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 20 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | DB4 | Florian |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |