1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
