1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 993 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango 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 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 102 L |
