1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 39 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
