1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 35 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
