1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 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 301 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. 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 (488 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |
