1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1963 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,238 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 227 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1963 Fiat 2300. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1963 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB7 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |