1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | Corona |
Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |