2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora 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 144 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB7 | Bora |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 470 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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |