1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 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 64 more horse power than 2002 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40. 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) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 107 L |
