1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 525 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB4 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |