1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB5 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
