1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 500 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB4 | Electra |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |