2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Aston Martin | McLaren |
Model | DB7 | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |