1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 214 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
