1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB7 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
