1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 48 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1351 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy 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 2006 GMC Envoy
Make Aston Martin GMC
Model DB4 Envoy
Year Released 1958 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3668 cc 5359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1308 kg 2659 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 83 L


 

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