1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 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 139 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB4 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
