1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |