1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4, 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |