2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 332 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
