1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
