1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |