1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1954 Austin A 30
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 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 303 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1954 Austin A 30 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB7 | A 30 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 28 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 48 L |