1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3270 mm |
