2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane 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 313 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 304 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |