1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 776 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Corolla | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2604 mm |
