1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (550 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
