2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 284 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | DB7 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3230 mm |