1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 53 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 818 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB4 | Enclave |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 83 L |