2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | DB7 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |