1961 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 888 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Aceca | DB7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 556 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |