1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 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 265 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB7 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 112 Nm |
| 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 | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
