2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 328 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | DB7 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |