2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 MG Magnett
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 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett 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 372 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 MG Magnett. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB7 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
