2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1961 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Ford Thunderbird. (339 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 93 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1961 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
