2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1945 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | 16 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
