1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 1996 Aston Martin DB7 and 1996 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB7 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |