2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
| Model | DB7 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
