1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 7 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 72 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
