2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB7 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 52 L |
