2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 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 59 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355. 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | F355 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 82 L |