2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
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 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
Model | DB7 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 266 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |