1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
