1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 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 183 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 DB4 (360 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |