1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |