1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2160 mm |
