2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor 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 403 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | DB7 | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |