2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 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 510 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
