1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB4 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
