1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |