1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L 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 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 212 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB4 | L |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |
