2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 424 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB9 | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |