1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD 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 123 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | LTD |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |