1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 48 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 299 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Buick Rainier 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB4 | Rainier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |