2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB7 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 7456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 64 L |