2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1965 Austin A 60
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 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) has 390 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 (571 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1965 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 34 L |
