1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 48 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1962 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
