1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 20 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB4 | Santana |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |