2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac 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 342 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 1964 Ford Zodiac has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Ford Zodiac will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
