1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 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 378 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB7 | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
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 |