2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD 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 391 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD.
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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB7 | TD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
