1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | DB7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |