1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 25 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |