1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 34 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 189 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB4 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
