1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 279 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |