1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2000 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 320 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 2600 | DB7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 556 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 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 | 1400 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |