2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 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 389 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB7 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 42 L |
