1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Navajo | DB4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |