2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
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 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1967 Skoda 1202.
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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB7 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 42 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 30 L |
