1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Aston Martin DB4 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model DB4 Corolla
Year Released 1958 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 257 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 91 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1158 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 50 L