1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus 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 3,238 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 197 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB7 | Microbus |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |