1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 2004 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB2 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
