2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
