1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB7 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |