2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1960 Austin A 55
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 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 393 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1960 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB7 | A 55 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |