2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |