2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 5,932 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 344 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
