1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB7 | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
