2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica. 1986 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB7 | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |