1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
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 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 371 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
