1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |