1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 36 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 125 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | DB4 | Niva |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |