1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 43 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 603 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |
