2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | DB7 | Minor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 52 L |