2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 391 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
