1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
| Model | DB4 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
