1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB3 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
