1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 275 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB4 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
