1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1979 Buick Estate is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 520 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB4 | Estate |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |