1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | DB7 | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 52 L |