1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 41 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 78 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |
