1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo 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 274 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 993 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
Model | DB7 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |