1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina 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 283 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
