1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1967 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
