1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 475 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB2 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
