2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB7 | Crown |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 108 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |