1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB7 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 64 L |