1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 43 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari.
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 (366 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 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 | 102 L |
