2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB7 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
