2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT 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 323 more horse power than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
