1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 18 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 197 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB4 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
