2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 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 399 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB7 | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 43 L |