2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 165 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
