1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
| Model | DB7 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
