2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1953 Austin A 135
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1953 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB7 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| 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 | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3360 mm |
