1977 AMC Matador vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 18 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 AMC Matador | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Matador | DB4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |