1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB4 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |