1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 578 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 87 L |
