1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
