2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB7 | F399 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
