1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 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 268 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. 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 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Riley |
Model | DB7 | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |