2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB7 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
