2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 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 363 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB7 | A 55 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |