1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 49 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 658 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB4 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1350 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |