2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,932 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 223 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB7 | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |