1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Express |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 117 L |