1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 870 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3350 mm |
