2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | Ranchero |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 110.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |