1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 37 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 131 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 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, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
