1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 210 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 422 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 501 Nm |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
