1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia 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 287 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | DB7 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 30 L |