2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 85 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | DB7 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |