1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB5 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
