2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |