2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |