1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1970 Skoda Octavia 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | DB4 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 30 L |