1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB5 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |