2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB7 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 549 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 113 L |