1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 396 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |