1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB4 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
