2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess 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 332 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 444 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3360 mm |
