1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | DB4 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |