1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1996 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 6C | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 89 L |
