1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 26 L |
