1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3300 mm |