1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 93 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.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |
