1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1983 Renault 18 is newer by 24 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 234 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Renault 18, 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB4 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
