1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 49 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |
