1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 50 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 334 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
