1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 51 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1209 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 119 L |