1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 995 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |