1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 185 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
Model | DB7 | 3000 Mk III |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 54 L |