2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB7.
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 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB7 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
