1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |
