2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
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-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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 (556 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
Model | DB7 | 3000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |