1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 39 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
