1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 51 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 110 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
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, 2011 Opel Meriva, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
