1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 888 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DB4 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
