1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 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 3,995 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 196 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
