2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1977 Datsun 280
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Datsun 280 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 325 more horse power than 1977 Datsun 280. (125 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1977 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Datsun |
| Model | DB7 | 280 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
