2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 100 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
| Model | DB7 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
