1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 51 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 134 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 106 L |
