1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Aston Martin DB7 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 237 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 981 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
