2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB9 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
