1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
