1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
Model | Carina | DB9 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |