1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
