1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1263 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 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB4 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 83 L |
