1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 14 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 429 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB7 | Touran |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |