1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB4 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |