1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | DB4 | Safari |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |