2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget 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 392 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB7 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2032 mm |
