1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |