1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | G |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |