1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon 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, 2001 GMC Yukon 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 2001 GMC Yukon 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. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB4 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
