1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 33 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 141 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB4 | Calibra |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |