2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 345 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | DB7 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
