1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 147 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (434 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 434 Nm |
| 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
