1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 50 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |