2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Buick 40. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB7 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3110 mm |
