1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Riley |
| Model | DB7 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
