1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
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1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB7 | DB7 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |