1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 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) has 282 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | DB7 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 43 L |
