1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 9 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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 | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
| Model | DB7 | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1160 mm |
