2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra. 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1967 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1967 AC Cobra 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 | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | AC |
| Model | DB7 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
