1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Fiat 124
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 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 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) has 272 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB7 | 124 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |