2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 277 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | Capri |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 1875 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |