1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1000 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
