2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
