1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
