1986 AC Ace vs. 2000 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
