2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang 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 860 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
