2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort 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 405 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
