1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 40 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 129 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada 112, 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | DB4 | 112 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
