1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
