1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 6 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB7 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |