1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 48 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 553 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB4 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |