2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon 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 194 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (491 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 491 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |