1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 22 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 270 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB4 | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
