1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 50 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 404 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB4 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
