1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 65 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 373 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 110 L |
