1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 255 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark 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 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB4 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
