2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 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 875 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F50. (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB7 | F50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 84 L |