1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 48 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB4 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 95 L |