1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 43 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 617 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB4 | Caravan |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |