1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is newer by 9 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 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 519 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 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 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | DB4 | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 638 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |