2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,932 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 333 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. 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 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1959 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alvis |
| Model | DB7 | TD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 64 L |
