1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Celica | DBS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 5900 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
