2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet 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 363 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. 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 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB7 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
