2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 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 94 more horse power than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (320 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lamborghini 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 86 L |
