1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 197 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |