2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB7 | 904 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
