1961 Aston Martin DB4 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 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB4 | DB7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 89 L |