1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
