1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 46 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 106 L |
