2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V12 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |