1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 48 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 104 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
