2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar 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 330 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 779 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
| Model | DB7 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
