2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 361 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2300 mm |