1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (182 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2000 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 89 L |
