1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 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 110 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 726 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2980 mm |