1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 27 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | DB4 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
