2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1948 Morris Six. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | DB7 | Six |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 40 L |
