2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 105 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB7 | Catalina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 6891 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |