1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
