2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 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 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330. 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |