1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata 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 296 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fairthorpe |
Model | DB7 | Atomata |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 27 L |