2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
