1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 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 312 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5934 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 89 L |
