1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 25 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 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 253 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | DB4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
