1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 143 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |
