1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 AC 428. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. 1970 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | AC |
| Model | DB7 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
