1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 40 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |