1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,238 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 252 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | DB7 | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |