2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 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 304 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB7 | A 99 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 34 L |