1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB5 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |