1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (235 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3090 mm |
