1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1329 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3940 mm |
