1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GTV | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
