1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 43 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 625 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango 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 | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
