2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | 208 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 74 L |