2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |