2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 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 363 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 34 L |
