1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1982 Zastava 1500 is newer by 20 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Zastava 1500. 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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB4 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
