1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 100 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB2 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
