1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |