2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 31 L |
