1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
