2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB7 | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 119 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |