1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 976 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
Model | Corolla | DB9 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |