1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 218 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2000 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
