1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 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 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB4 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
