1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
