2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Vanquish | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
