1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB4 | Celica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |