1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 169 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
