1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2990 mm |