1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 9 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
| Model | DB4 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
