1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 21 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 4,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | El Camino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2980 mm |
