1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 38 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 140 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |