1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
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 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB7 | 312 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |