2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 334 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB7 | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 53 L |