1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB4 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 129 L |