1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 45 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 172 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 354 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. 2004 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | DB4 | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |