1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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) has 392 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulietta | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
