2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | F399 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 110 L |