1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 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 309 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | DB7 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |