2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird 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 374 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
