1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown 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) has 251 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
