2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
| Model | DB7 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
