1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 35 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |