1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Aston Martin DB3 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model DB3 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1956 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2920 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1700 mm


 

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