1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB5 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
