1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB7 | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |