1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 500 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |