2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 848 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 |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 26 L |
