1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |