1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 344 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
