1967 AC 428 vs. 2001 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. (556 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | 428 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
