2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
| Model | DB7 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |
