1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall VX4 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 340 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | DB7 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 48 L |