2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia 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) has 403 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | DB7 | Appia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 556 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |