1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 36 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 602 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | DB4 | Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |