1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 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 | 96 L |
