1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
