1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 147 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 374 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |