1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |