2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 115 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 110 L |
