1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 52 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva 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, 2010 Lada Niva 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | DB4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
