2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Opel Record
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 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 371 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 832 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB7 | Record |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
