1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 33 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |