1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 38 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB4 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
