1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | Model F |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |