1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 546 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB4 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |