1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado

To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 36 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Aston Martin DB4 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
Make Aston Martin Volkswagen
Model DB4 Corrado
Year Released 1959 1995
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 2861 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 40 L


 

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