2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 346 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
| Model | DB7 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
