1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1382 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1960 Austin 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | V8 Vantage | 7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 60 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 26 L |