1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 240 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB4 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |