1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
