1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 39 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), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
