1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1603 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |
