1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 701 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
