1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |