2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Austin A135
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 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 266 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB7.
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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Austin A135 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB7 | A135 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 34 L |