2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Austin 7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 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 402 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Austin 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB7 | 7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |