1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter 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 321 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
