1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
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 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71 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 | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |
