1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 386 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1961 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulietta | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
