1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
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 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB7 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1875 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
