2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1948 Austin A 40
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1948 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 48 L |
