1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 206 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 377 Nm | 386 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |