2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess 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 331 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 380 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 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |
