1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB7 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |