1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1962 Austin Princess
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1962 Austin Princess | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB7 | Princess |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |