2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 115 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
