1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 49 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Altima |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |