1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 43 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 176 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB5 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |