1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 47 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 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 122 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 2008 Toyota Sienna, 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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |