2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1960 MG MGA
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 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA 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 344 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB7 | MGA |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 141 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |