1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 42 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 2 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1720 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 |