2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 342 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 984 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
| Model | DB7 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |
