1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, both vehicles can yield 550 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | V8 Vantage | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 89 L |
