1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1949 GAZ M-20. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | DB7 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |