1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Express |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 117 L |