1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 (570 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Spider | DB7 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 570 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |