1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 50 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 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 | 117 L |
