1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo

To start off, 1997 Toyota Paseo is newer by 33 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 225 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1964 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 1964 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Aston Martin DB5 1997 Toyota Paseo
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model DB5 Paseo
Year Released 1964 1997
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 314 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3850 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 77.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2390 mm


 

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