2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 96 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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.
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2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |