1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 341 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 83 L |
