1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 80 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 63 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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 (320 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
