1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 512 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
Model | DB4 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |