2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB7 | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2252 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 166 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |